TechCrunch is set to host an intimate fireside chat with Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood and founder and CEO of Aetherflux, during its StrictlyVC evening series. The event is scheduled for June 18 on Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park.
This StrictlyVC event will feature several key discussions, with Bhatt’s conversation anticipated to be a highlight. Bhatt has played a pivotal role in transforming retail investing over the last decade, significantly impacting how millions engage with the stock market through Robinhood’s innovative approach to commission-free trading.
Following his tenure at Robinhood, Bhatt founded Aetherflux, a startup focused on harnessing space-based solar energy to provide power on Earth through infrared lasers. With a personal investment of $10 million, Aetherflux has secured a total of $60 million in funding.
At the event, Bhatt will share insights from his experience at Robinhood, discuss his belief in the potential of space-based energy, and elaborate on the transition from fintech to space tech. He will also address challenges faced during fundraising in 2025, highlighting the market’s volatility.
StrictlyVC events are designed to offer limited yet meaningful interactions with industry leaders. Participants, including builders and investors, are encouraged to engage directly with speakers. The event will take place at the Quad, co-hosted by Mayfield, with doors opening at 5 p.m. for networking and refreshments.
Interested individuals can secure their participation by registering for the event, gaining an opportunity to engage with leaders and venture capitalists shaping the startup landscape.
